Housing Inspector

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Housing Inspector to join our team at the City of Pasadena. As a Housing Inspector, you will be responsible for conducting thorough inspections of private market housing units to ensure compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and City Regulations.

• Conduct on-site inspections of residential properties to identify any deficiencies or non-compliance with HQS and City Regulations.
• Record and report all inspection findings, including any health and safety issues.
• Notify landlords of inspection failures and provide detailed lists of deficiencies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections and associated filing systems.
• Enter data into computer systems and generate periodic reports.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and landlords, explaining the nature of Pasadena Housing Office programs, procedures, and services.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties, including data entry, document preparation, and file maintenance.
• Update and maintain client databases and coordinate inspection appointments as needed.
• Conduct rent reasonableness studies and support the relationship between Pasadena Housing Office and the constituent population.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in the building trades or a related field.
• Two years of HUD or Housing or Residential Construction experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Housing Quality Standards Certification and/or HUD National Standards for Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) certification required within the first year of employment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
• Proficiency in remote platforms, such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Webex.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

• Knowledge of HUD rules and regulations relating to the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees, including employee-only medical insurance starting at $15 per month, access to a free medical clinic, virtual visits with a medical professional, college tuition reimbursement, and a 200% match on retirement contributions.

As a Housing Inspector with the City of Pasadena, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, with a focus on providing excellent customer service and ensuring the quality and safety of residential properties.